Restaurants

Godfather-fans might think Sicilian restaurants are the kind of places where you can expect to find a handgun taped behind the men's loo and a funny handshake for regular patrons. But if dangerous and dodgy dining is what you're after, then Vigata on the Liverpool Road in Islington is bound to disappoint. Charming and cosy, this stylish eatery is adorned with polished blonde wood floors, cream leather seats and crisp pink and white linens, and Vigata attracts a salubrious pasta loving, Islington-dwelling crowd. Famous for its cocktails and fine wines, locals also love Vigata's signature dishes such as the Caponata di melanzane – Sicilian antipasto made with aubergines; the fresh seafood spaghetti; and the platter of mixed grilled fish.